# Agenda

- Summary: Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, November 24, 2025 Time: 6:30 p. m. Borough Council Members President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Cecilia Houser Members: Jeffrey Ball, Theresa…
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Ebensburg Borough Council Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, November 24, 2025 Time: 6:30 p. m. Borough Council Members President: Doug Tusing Vice-President: Cecilia Houser Members: Jeffrey Ball, Theresa Jacoby, Susan Kuhar, Robert Miller, Mike Murphy Mayor: Randy Datsko Key Agenda Items & Reports Consent Agenda (Routine Items) The following items are considered routine and will be acted upon by a single motion unless a council member requests separate discussion: Wastewater & Water Reports: Approval of Inframark reports for Wastewater Treatment Plant (Item 6A) and Water Treatment Plant (Item 6B) operations. Minutes: Approval of the October 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes (Item 11D). Financials: Approval of the October financial statement (Item 11E) and payment of bills for November (Item 11F). Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Committee Waterline Replacement: Final inspection was completed last month; the Authority is considering final payment. Stormwater Project: Final restoration for the season is complete with contractor A. Liberoni Construction. Distribution & Collection System Proposal: Inframark has proposed assuming operation of the water distribution and wastewater collection system for an annual cost of $150,410 . This is recommended to coincide with the main contract expiring in December 2028. Recreation Committee YPCC: Sports Interiors has installed a moisture barrier. Staff reports no issues with water condensation so far. Streets Committee Parking Enforcement: Staff is evaluating options for parking management, including hybrid systems using phone apps and kiosks. Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB): Construction is complete for the RRFB installed at the corner of Julian and High Streets by M and B Services, LLC. Administration Committee 2026 Annual Budget: A tentative budget has been compiled for review. The total operating budget is $7,670,745 . The General Fund budget reflects an approximate 6% increase over last year. Key revenue increases include the Student Resource Officer contract ($80,000), higher EIT collection ($60,000), and bulk water sales ($60,000). Key expense increases include police department costs ($80,000), water fund debt/service ($70,000), and recreation equipment ($35,000). Borough Manager Retirement: The Borough Manager will retire effective April 6, 2026 . Manager Selection Process: Applications are due December 17 . Interviews will occur in early January, with a target to agree on a candidate by early February. Wages (Resolution #2025-06): A resolution will be adopted to establish wages for 2026, including increases for AFSCME and FOP unions. Public Works Vacancy: Scott Maul was offered a position as Laborer I at a rate of $23. 48 per hour. General Business Airport Runway Lighting: Bids were received for the Rehabilitation of Runway 7-25 Lighting. KOBO Utility: $381,165 (Lowest Bid) Bruce-Merriliees: $420,020 Bronder Technical: $518,493 Recommendation: Award the contract to KOBO Utility. Property Request (Justice and Rosemary Orlu): Residents at 311 W. Lloyd Street requested to purchase a lawn area adjacent to their home and the Borough’s paved driveway. This is recommended for referral to the Planning Commission. Winter Parking: Council member Mike Murphy requested a discussion regarding winter parking regulations. Bills: A list of bills totaling $582,801. 99 for November 2025 is submitted for approval. Department Reports Written reports were submitted by: Police Department: Chief Loughran Public Works Department: Acting Director Jerry Poruban Community Development: Director Danea Koss Recreation Department: Director Rebecca Williamson Building Permit Enforcement: Monthly report forwarded. Ebensburg Municipal Authority: Minutes from the last meeting included in the packet. Other Items Code Enforcement: 4 verbal warnings were issued regarding leaves raked into the roadway. Executive Session: Scheduled for discussion of a personnel matter.